'Charlotte's Web,' a Story of Friendship and Bravery at Oak Ridge Playhouse

Judy DiGregorio

Monday

Mar 26, 2012 at 12:01 AMMar 26, 2012 at 11:24 AM

E. B. White's popular Newberry Honor Award-winning children's book "Charlotte's Web" is a story of loyalty. Since first published in 1952, generations of readers have treasured the tale of an unlikely friendship between a tiny spider and a runt pig.

E. B. White's popular Newberry Honor Award-winning children's book "Charlotte's Web" is a story of loyalty. Since first published in 1952, generations of readers have treasured the tale of an unlikely friendship between a tiny spider and a runt pig.

Although small in stature, the spider Charlotte is big in intelligence and heart. She comes to the rescue of the hyperactive but loveable pig Wilbur, who is facing being sent to the slaughter house, by spinning cleverly written messages of praise into her web. Not only does it save Wilbur's life but it helps him understand his place in the world.

Joseph Robinette's stage adaption, being presented by Oak Ridge Junior Playhouse also features Fern, the young farm girl who adopts Wilbur as a pet and adoringly sets out to make his life pleasant as possible. We also meet a barnyard of endearing madcap farm animals including Templeton, the gluttonous rat; as well as a goose and gander; and a sheep and her lamb, who are all humorously woven into the lively and entertaining play.

Public performance are scheduled for (Saturday) March 31, with 1 p.m. and 4 p.m. showings. You may also see the show at 2 p.m. April 1. Tickets may be purchased at the performance or online at www.orplayhouse.com. Prices for all seats are $10. Children under the age of three are not admitted. This production is made possible through support from WUOT 91.9 FM, and the Tennessee Arts Commission.

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